WHO WE ARELindblad Expeditions is a true pioneer in Expedition Travel. From taking the first citizen explorers to Antarctica in 1966, opening the Galapagos and Easter Island to tourism in 1967, leading the first tourist expedition through the Northwest Passage in 1984, and launching our innovative p...

As a Second Mate, you will be part of the navigational team, responsible for plotting courses, navigating coastal waterways, driving Zodiacs, training crew, and ensuring navigation and safety systems are operational. You will perform bridge navigation, maintain logs, handle docking and piloting, and participate in safety training and drills.

<div class="content"><div class="section-wrapper page-full-width"><div class="section page-centered" data-qa="job-description"><div><b>WHO WE ARE</b></div><div>Lindblad Expeditions is a true pioneer in Expedition Travel. From taking the first citizen explorers to Antarctica in 1966, opening the Galapagos and Easter Island to tourism in 1967, leading the first tourist expedition through the Northwest Passage in 1984, and launching our innovative partnership with National Geographic in 2004, we're now taking almost 30,000 guests a year to some of the world’s most remote and pristine locations on our fleet of 20 ships, and are committed to ensuring our guests experience the “Exhilaration of Discovery”.</div><div><br/></div><p dir="ltr"><strong>ABOUT THE ROLE</strong></p>
<p dir="ltr">As a Second Mate with Lindblad Expeditions, you're far more than a watchstander—you're a key part of the navigational team guiding guests safely through some of the most remote and breathtaking places on Earth. From plotting the safest course through narrow coastal waterways to navigating open-sea passages, you'll combine sharp technical skill with sound judgment to keep the ship, crew, and guests moving safely toward the next great discovery. Beyond the bridge, you'll drive Zodiacs, help train and mentor crew, and ensure the vessel's navigation and safety systems are always ready for whatever the expedition brings.</p>
<p dir="ltr">This position is ideal for a licensed mariner who thrives on responsibility, enjoys the technical challenge of navigation and voyage planning, and wants their work to directly shape an unforgettable guest experience. You'll serve as a vital link on the bridge team aboard one of our U.S.-flagged vessels, where precision, safety, and calm decision-making under pressure are always top priorities. If you're ready to put your maritime license to work in some of the world's most extraordinary waters, we'd love to have you aboard.</p>
<p dir="ltr"><strong>WORK SCHEDULE</strong></p>
<p dir="ltr">The Second Mate works approximately 12 hours per day of varied hours, on an approximately 6 weeks on/6 weeks off rotational schedule. Daily 12-hour shifts are comprised of standing two watches, administrative work, and <span class="highlight-skill">small boat operations</span>.</p></div><div class="section page-centered"><div><h3>Watch Duty</h3><div class="posting-requirements plain-list" data-qa="posting-requirements"><div><p dir="ltr"><strong>Watch Duty</strong></p>
<ul dir="ltr">
<li>Performs <span class="highlight-skill">bridge navigation</span> and deck watch during specified periods; determines the ship's geographical position using all available means, including <span class="highlight-skill">GPS</span>, <span class="highlight-skill">radar</span> ranges, visual observations, and depth sounders.</li>
<li>Makes necessary entries in navigation and radio logs.</li>
<li>Handles the vessel, as directed by the Captain, in docking, anchoring, piloting, en route travel, close-quarters maneuvering, and open sea conditions.</li>
<li>Navigates to avoid marine hazards such as reefs, outlying shoals, and shallow waters, using aids to navigation such as lights, lighthouses, and buoys.</li>
</ul>
<p dir="ltr"><strong>Safety &amp; Security</strong></p>
<ul dir="ltr">
<li>Participates in onboard safety training, meetings, and drills as directed by the Captain, including fire, abandon ship, man overboard, flooding, and medical emergencies.</li>
<li>Participates in shoreside training as required by the company.</li>
<li>Relieves and/or performs gangway watch as directed by the duty schedule.</li>
<li>Maintains familiarity with the ISM Code and its requirements.</li>
<li>Maintains familiarity with all duties under the company's Safety Management System, including Emergency Response activities.</li>
</ul>
<p dir="ltr"><strong><span class="highlight-skill">Small Boat Operations</span></strong></p>
<ul dir="ltr">
<li>Drives inflatable boats as necessary.</li>
<li>Assists with loading guests, staff, and crew in and out of inflatable boats.</li>
</ul>
<p dir="ltr"><strong>Administrative</strong></p>
<ul>
<li dir="ltr">Maintains navigation bridge supply inventories and requisitions.</li>
<li dir="ltr">Performs chart and publication corrections, and maintains the vessel's chart inventory using U.S. and Canadian Coast Guard Notices to Mariners.</li>
<li>Calculates and posts daily sunrise/sunset times and tide and current information.</li>
<li>Creates the Voyage Plan waypoint spreadsheet for the Captain's review and approval, and enters voyage itinerary waypoints into <span class="highlight-skill">GPS</span>.</li>
<li>Creates and maintains the New Hire Checklist, ensuring each Training Officer is aware of completion deadlines for employee training.</li>
<li>Creates Training Completion Certificates for all shipboard training and sends them to the Seattle Office.</li>
<li>Maintains electronic copies of all external and shipboard training certificates for each crew member onboard.</li>
</ul></div></div></div></div><div class="section page-centered"><div><h3>DESIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS</h3><div class="posting-requirements plain-list" data-qa="posting-requirements"><div><ul>
<li>Experience as Mate operating a passenger vessel, including navigation and bridge watch responsibilities, maintaining navigation/communications equipment, and performing chart corrections.</li>
<li>Experience operating port-to-port between Southeast Alaska, the Columbia and Snake Rivers, the Gulf of California, Mexico, Costa Rica and Panama (including the Panama Canal).</li>
<li>Excellent <span class="highlight-skill">crisis management</span> skills; ability to act quickly with confidence while exercising sound judgment.</li>
<li>Good <span class="highlight-skill">customer service</span> skills: professional demeanor, ability to use necessary levels of tact and courtesy.</li>
<li>Strong <span class="highlight-skill">time management</span> skills; able to handle multiple tasks, set priorities, and meet deadlines.</li>
<li><span class="highlight-skill">Communication</span> Skills: Must possess the ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations.</li>
<li><span class="highlight-skill">Mathematical Skills</span>: Able to perform voyage planning and navigational calculations.</li>
</ul></div></div></div></div><div class="section page-centered"><div><h3>Licenses/Certificates</h3><div class="posting-requirements plain-list" data-qa="posting-requirements"><div><ul>
<li>Minimum USCG Mate 500 GRT Near Coastal and OICNW greater than 500 GT STCW Endorsement required. </li>
<li><span class="highlight-requirement">Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification required.</span>  </li>
<li><span class="highlight-requirement">Valid TWIC card required.</span> </li>
<li><span class="highlight-requirement">Valid US Passport required.</span> </li>
<li>Valid USCG Medical Card per STCW standards (2 years) </li>
<li><span class="highlight-requirement">STCW Advanced Firefighting (AFF) Certification required.</span> </li>
<li><span class="highlight-requirement">STCW Basic Safety Training (BST) within last 5 years required.</span> </li>
<li><span class="highlight-requirement">STCW Crowd Management (CM) required.</span></li>
<li><span class="highlight-requirement">STCW <span class="highlight-skill">Crisis Management</span> and Human Behavior (CMHB) required.</span> </li>
<li><span class="highlight-requirement">STCW Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats Other than Fast Rescue Boat (PSC) required.</span> </li>
<li><span class="highlight-requirement">GMDSS License required.</span> </li>
<li><span class="highlight-requirement">ECDIS required.</span> </li>
<li><span class="highlight-requirement">ARPA required.</span></li>
<li><span class="highlight-requirement"><span class="highlight-skill">Radar</span> Observer (RO) endorsement required.</span> </li>
<li><span class="highlight-requirement">Department of Transportation (DOT) Specimen Collector required.</span> </li>
<li>ECDIS Type-Specific Training provided. </li>
</ul></div></div></div></div><div class="section page-centered" data-qa="salary-range"><div>$374 - $402 a day</div><small><div>Target salary range listed is based on experience/vessel and reflects the total daily compensation.</div>
<div> </div></small></div><div class="section page-centered" data-qa="closing-description"><div><strong>Our Benefits</strong></div>
<div>Health insurance including Medical, Dental, Vision  </div>
<div>401(k) plan with employer match  </div>
<div>Room and board when scheduled</div>
<div>Travel Day Pay</div>
<div>Travel Expenses Paid</div>
<div>Travel benefits for employees and their family  </div>
<div>Uniforms Provided</div>
<div>Training Opportunities</div>
<div> </div><div><br/></div><div><span style="font-size: 16px;">Employment is contingent on the following:</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 16px;">				- In compliance with U.S. Coast Guard Regulations, 46 CFR Parts 4, 5, and 16, you will be required to undergo the following drug tests: post-offer prior to start date, random, reasonable cause, and serious marine incident per US Federal guidelines. </span></div><div><span style="font-size: 16px;">				- Pre-offer background check; employment is contingent upon the results of this screening.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 16px;">				- Post-offer physical examination; your employment is dependent upon being determined fit for sea duty. </span></div><div><span style="font-size: 16px;">Continued employment is dependent upon consent to and passing these tests.</span></div><div><br/></div><div><span style="font-size: 16px;">Lindblad Expeditions continues to highly recommend that all new hires be up to date with all vaccines prior to the first day of employment and getting boosted annually when eligible, including those vaccines that protect against COVID-19. All crew must still comply with all country-specific vaccination requirements.</span></div><div><br/></div><div><b><span style="font-size: 16px;"><span class="highlight-skill">Communication</span> Skills  </span></b></div><div><span style="font-size: 16px;">Using the English language, this person must have the ability to read, write, and comprehend policies, legal guidelines, correspondence, and memos.   Must also possess the ability to effectively communicate--both in writing and orally--with a professional demeanor.  </span></div><div><span style="font-size: 16px;"> </span></div><div><b><span style="font-size: 16px;">PHYSICAL DEMANDS  </span></b></div><div><span style="font-size: 16px;">While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and hear.  The employee will also be required to write and type. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The physical demands per position are described in the Job Analysis sheet and are available to all applicants upon request.</span></div><div><br/></div><div><b><span style="font-size: 16px;">COMPENSATION STATEMENT</span></b></div><div><i><span style="font-size: 16px;">Lindblad Expeditions determines the pay for positions using local, national, and industry-specific survey data. We evaluate external equity and the cost of labor/prevailing wage index in the relative marketplace for jobs directly comparable to jobs within our company. Our posted salary range is based on national data and may be refined for a candidate's region/town/cost of living.</span></i></div><div><br/></div><div><i><span style="font-size: 16px;">For new hires, we strive to make competitive offers allowing the new employee room for future growth. Salaries will be based on the applicant’s location, level of experience, education, and specialized knowledge and skills. An employee/candidate with a stronger skill set will receive higher pay.</span></i></div><div><br/></div><div><b><span style="font-size: 16px;">EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT</span></b></div><div><i><span style="font-size: 16px;">At Lindblad Expeditions, we simply could not do our work without the diverse kaleidoscope of humanity that creates and delivers our remarkable offerings across the planet. As a Company that respects and celebrates the inherent diversity in the places we explore, we recognize the need to mirror that same diversity and all the interconnected perspectives within our organization. We are committed to building a community of different genders, races, ages, sexual orientations, chosen identities, and countries of origin where every person brings their whole self to work and whose skills, talents, and abilities are valued. We believe we can explore further and in a more meaningful way by actively creating a more diverse and inclusive organization where everyone feels they belong.</span></i></div><div><br/></div><div><i><span style="font-size: 16px;">Lindblad Expeditions is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals seeking employment at Lindblad Expeditions are considered without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetics, marital status, pregnancy, unemployment status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or veteran status.</span></i></div></div><div class="section page-centered" data-qa="ai-disclaimer"><div class="text-small italic text-gray-700">We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.</div></div></div></div>

Seattle

Experience as Mate operating a passenger vessel, including navigation and bridge watch responsibilities.

Experience operating port-to-port between Southeast Alaska, the Columbia and Snake Rivers, the Gulf of California, Mexico, Costa Rica and Panama.

Minimum USCG Mate 500 GRT Near Coastal and OICNW greater than 500 GT STCW Endorsement required.

Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification required.

Valid TWIC card required.

Valid US Passport required.

Valid USCG Medical Card per STCW standards (2 years).

STCW Advanced Firefighting (AFF) Certification required.

STCW Basic Safety Training (BST) within last 5 years required.

STCW Crowd Management (CM) required.

STCW Crisis Management and Human Behavior (CMHB) required.

STCW Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats Other than Fast Rescue Boat (PSC) required.

GMDSS License required.

ECDIS required.

ARPA required.

Radar Observer (RO) endorsement required.

Department of Transportation (DOT) Specimen Collector required.

Bridge Navigation

Radar

Crisis Management

Customer Service

Time Management

Communication

Mathematical Skills

Small Boat Operations

Second Mate

WHO WE ARE
Lindblad Expeditions is a true pioneer in Expedition Travel. From taking the first citizen explorers to Antarctica in 1966, opening the Galapagos and Easter Island to tourism in 1967, leading the first tourist expedition through the Northwest Passage in 1984, and launching our innovative ...

As a Second Mate, you will be responsible for bridge navigation, performing watch duties, driving Zodiacs, and ensuring the vessel's navigation and safety systems are operational. You will also maintain navigation bridge supply inventories, perform chart corrections, and assist with training crew members.

WHO WE ARE
Lindblad Expeditions is a true pioneer in Expedition Travel. From taking the first citizen explorers to Antarctica in 1966, opening the Galapagos and Easter Island to tourism in 1967, leading the first tourist expedition through the Northwest Passage in 1984, and launching our innovative partnership with National Geographic in 2004, we're now taking almost 30,000 guests a year to some of the world’s most remote and pristine locations on our fleet of 20 ships, and are committed to ensuring our guests experience the “Exhilaration of Discovery”.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Second Mate with Lindblad Expeditions, you're far more than a watchstander—you're a key part of the navigational team guiding guests safely through some of the most remote and breathtaking places on Earth. From plotting the safest course through narrow coastal waterways to navigating open-sea passages, you'll combine sharp technical skill with sound judgment to keep the ship, crew, and guests moving safely toward the next great discovery. Beyond the bridge, you'll drive Zodiacs, help train and mentor crew, and ensure the vessel's navigation and safety systems are always ready for whatever the expedition brings.

This position is ideal for a licensed mariner who thrives on responsibility, enjoys the technical challenge of navigation and <span class="highlight-skill">voyage planning</span>, and wants their work to directly shape an unforgettable guest experience. You'll serve as a vital link on the bridge team aboard one of our U.S.-flagged vessels, where precision, safety, and calm decision-making under pressure are always top priorities. If you're ready to put your maritime license to work in some of the world's most extraordinary waters, we'd love to have you aboard.

WORK SCHEDULE

The Second Mate works approximately 12 hours per day of varied hours, on an approximately 6 weeks on/6 weeks off rotational schedule. Daily 12-hour shifts are comprised of standing two watches, administrative work, and small boat operations.

Watch Duty

Watch Duty

Performs <span class="highlight-skill">bridge navigation</span> and deck watch during specified periods; determines the ship's geographical position using all available means, including GPS, radar ranges, visual observations, and depth sounders.
Makes necessary entries in navigation and radio logs.
Handles the vessel, as directed by the Captain, in docking, anchoring, piloting, en route travel, close-quarters maneuvering, and open sea conditions.
Navigates to avoid marine hazards such as reefs, outlying shoals, and shallow waters, using aids to navigation such as lights, lighthouses, and buoys.

Safety & Security

Participates in onboard safety training, meetings, and drills as directed by the Captain, including fire, abandon ship, man overboard, flooding, and medical emergencies.
Participates in shoreside training as required by the company.
Relieves and/or performs gangway watch as directed by the duty schedule.
Maintains familiarity with the ISM Code and its requirements.
Maintains familiarity with all duties under the company's Safety Management System, including Emergency Response activities.

Small Boat Operations

Drives inflatable boats as necessary.
Assists with loading guests, staff, and crew in and out of inflatable boats.

Administrative

Maintains navigation bridge supply inventories and requisitions.
Performs chart and publication corrections, and maintains the vessel's chart inventory using U.S. and Canadian Coast Guard Notices to Mariners.
Calculates and posts daily sunrise/sunset times and tide and current information.
Creates the Voyage Plan waypoint spreadsheet for the Captain's review and approval, and enters voyage itinerary waypoints into GPS.
Creates and maintains the New Hire Checklist, ensuring each Training Officer is aware of completion deadlines for employee training.
Creates Training Completion Certificates for all shipboard training and sends them to the Seattle Office.
Maintains electronic copies of all external and shipboard training certificates for each crew member onboard.
DESIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Experience as Mate operating a passenger vessel, including navigation and bridge watch responsibilities, maintaining navigation/communications equipment, and performing chart corrections.
<span class="highlight-nice-to-have">Experience operating port-to-port between Southeast Alaska, the Columbia and Snake Rivers, the Gulf of California, Mexico, Costa Rica and Panama</span> (including the Panama Canal).
Excellent <span class="highlight-skill">crisis management</span> skills; ability to act quickly with confidence while exercising sound judgment.
Good <span class="highlight-skill">customer service</span> skills: professional demeanor, ability to use necessary levels of tact and courtesy.
Strong <span class="highlight-skill">time management</span> skills; able to handle multiple tasks, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
<span class="highlight-skill">Communication</span> Skills: Must possess the ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations.
<span class="highlight-skill">Mathematical Skills</span>: Able to perform <span class="highlight-skill">voyage planning</span> and navigational calculations.
Licenses/Certificates
<span class="highlight-requirement">Minimum <span class="highlight-skill">USCG Mate 500 GRT Near Coastal</span> and OICNW greater than 500 GT STCW Endorsement required</span>.
<span class="highlight-requirement">Current <span class="highlight-skill">First Aid/CPR/AED certification</span> required</span>.
<span class="highlight-requirement">Valid TWIC card required</span>.
<span class="highlight-requirement">Valid US Passport required</span>.
<span class="highlight-requirement">Valid USCG Medical Card per STCW standards (2 years)</span>
<span class="highlight-requirement">STCW Advanced Firefighting (AFF) Certification required</span>.
<span class="highlight-requirement">STCW Basic Safety Training (BST) within last 5 years required</span>.
<span class="highlight-requirement">STCW Crowd Management (CM) required</span>.
<span class="highlight-requirement">STCW <span class="highlight-skill">Crisis Management</span> and Human Behavior (CMHB) required</span>.
<span class="highlight-requirement">STCW Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats Other than Fast Rescue Boat (PSC) required</span>.
<span class="highlight-skill">GMDSS License</span> required.
<span class="highlight-skill">ECDIS</span> required.
ARPA required.
<span class="highlight-skill">Radar Observer (RO) endorsement</span> required.
Department of Transportation (DOT) Specimen Collector required.
<span class="highlight-nice-to-have"><span class="highlight-skill">ECDIS</span> Type-Specific Training provided</span>.
Target salary range listed is based on experience/vessel and reflects the total daily compensation.

Our Benefits
Health insurance including Medical, Dental, Vision
401(k) plan with employer match
Room and board when scheduled
Travel Day Pay
Travel Expenses Paid
Travel benefits for employees and their family
Uniforms Provided
Training Opportunities

Employment is contingent on the following:
- In compliance with U.S. Coast Guard Regulations, 46 CFR Parts 4, 5, and 16, you will be required to undergo the following drug tests: post-offer prior to start date, random, reasonable cause, and serious marine incident per US Federal guidelines.
- Pre-offer background check; employment is contingent upon the results of this screening.
- Post-offer physical examination; your employment is dependent upon being determined fit for sea duty.
Continued employment is dependent upon consent to and passing these tests.

Lindblad Expeditions continues to highly recommend that all new hires be up to date with all vaccines prior to the first day of employment and getting boosted annually when eligible, including those vaccines that protect against COVID-19. All crew must still comply with all country-specific vaccination requirements.

<span class="highlight-skill">Communication</span> Skills
Using the English language, this person must have the ability to read, write, and comprehend policies, legal guidelines, correspondence, and memos. Must also possess the ability to effectively communicate-both in writing and orally-with a professional demeanor.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and hear. The employee will also be required to write and type. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The physical demands per position are described in the Job Analysis sheet and are available to all applicants upon request.

COMPENSATION STATEMENT
Lindblad Expeditions determines the pay for positions using local, national, and industry-specific survey data. We evaluate external equity and the cost of labor/prevailing wage index in the relative marketplace for jobs directly comparable to jobs within our company. Our posted salary range is based on national data and may be refined for a candidate's region/town/cost of living.

For new hires, we strive to make competitive offers allowing the new employee room for future growth. Salaries will be based on the applicant’s location, level of experience, education, and specialized knowledge and skills. An employee/candidate with a stronger skill set will receive higher pay.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT
At Lindblad Expeditions, we simply could not do our work without the diverse kaleidoscope of humanity that creates and delivers our remarkable offerings across the planet. As a Company that respects and celebrates the inherent diversity in the places we explore, we recognize the need to mirror that same diversity and all the interconnected perspectives within our organization. We are committed to building a community of different genders, races, ages, sexual orientations, chosen identities, and countries of origin where every person brings their whole self to work and whose skills, talents, and abilities are valued. We believe we can explore further and in a more meaningful way by actively creating a more diverse and inclusive organization where everyone feels they belong.

Lindblad Expeditions is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals seeking employment at Lindblad Expeditions are considered without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetics, marital status, pregnancy, unemployment status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or veteran status.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Experience operating port-to-port between Southeast Alaska, the Columbia and Snake Rivers, the Gulf of California, Mexico, Costa Rica and Panama

ECDIS Type-Specific Training provided

Minimum USCG Mate 500 GRT Near Coastal and OICNW greater than 500 GT STCW Endorsement required

Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification required

Valid TWIC card required

Valid US Passport required

Valid USCG Medical Card per STCW standards (2 years)

STCW Advanced Firefighting (AFF) Certification required

STCW Basic Safety Training (BST) within last 5 years required

STCW Crowd Management (CM) required

STCW Crisis Management and Human Behavior (CMHB) required

STCW Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats Other than Fast Rescue Boat (PSC) required

Voyage Planning

USCG Mate 500 GRT Near Coastal

First Aid/CPR/AED Certification

GMDSS License

ECDIS

Radar Observer (RO) endorsement

Position Summary:
The Second Mate shall serve as navigation officer for the assigned Training Support Vessel (TSV-1 PREVAIL, TSV-3 HUNTER, TSV-4 NARRAGANSETT, or TSV-5 VINDICATOR). This role involves maintaining charts and publications, preparing voyage plans, and making daily reports to the Master ...

Serve as navigation officer for the assigned Training Support Vessel, maintain charts and publications, prepare voyage plans, make daily reports to the Master on voyage progress, perform cleaning, painting, and maintenance duties as directed by the Chief Mate, and stand navigation watches as assigned.

<div>Position Summary:
The Second Mate shall serve as <span class="highlight-skill">navigation</span> officer for the assigned Training Support Vessel (TSV-1 PREVAIL, TSV-3 HUNTER, TSV-4 NARRAGANSETT, or TSV-5 VINDICATOR). This role involves maintaining charts and publications, preparing voyage plans, and making daily reports to the Master on voyage progress. The Second Mate also performs <span class="highlight-skill">cleaning</span>, <span class="highlight-skill">painting</span>, and <span class="highlight-skill">maintenance</span> duties as directed by the Chief Mate.
Duties and Responsibilities:

Serve as <span class="highlight-skill">navigation</span> officer.
Maintain charts and publications.
Prepare all voyage plans; make daily report to the Master on voyage progress.
Perform <span class="highlight-skill">cleaning</span>, <span class="highlight-skill">painting</span>, <span class="highlight-skill">maintenance</span> duties as directed by the Chief Mate.
Stand <span class="highlight-skill">navigation</span> watches as assigned per operational requirements.
Additional job duties as assigned.

 

Requirements &amp; Qualifications:

<span class="highlight-requirement">U.S. Coast Guard license/certificate requirements: Second Mate with VSO, VSPSD, STCW</span>. 

STCW Requirements: OICNW; <span class="highlight-nice-to-have">Able Seafarer-Deck</span>; <span class="highlight-nice-to-have">RFPNW</span>; <span class="highlight-nice-to-have">PSC</span>; <span class="highlight-nice-to-have">Medical care Provider</span>; <span class="highlight-nice-to-have">ADV FF</span>; Basic Training; <span class="highlight-nice-to-have">GMDSS Operator</span>; <span class="highlight-nice-to-have">ECDIS (Unlimited)</span>; <span class="highlight-nice-to-have">Lifeboatman</span>; <span class="highlight-nice-to-have">Wiper</span>; <span class="highlight-nice-to-have">Stewards Department (FH)</span>; <span class="highlight-nice-to-have">Person in Charge of Medical Care (PIC)</span>.


Security Clearance: SECRET.
<span class="highlight-requirement">High school diploma or equivalent</span>.
<span class="highlight-requirement">Must possess a valid United States Passport</span>.
<span class="highlight-requirement">Must be able to acquire and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)</span>.
<span class="highlight-requirement">Must be able to acquire and maintain a Common Access Card (CAC)</span>.
<span class="highlight-requirement">Must be computer literate in <span class="highlight-skill">Microsoft Office</span> and shipboard monitoring and <span class="highlight-skill">maintenance</span> software</span>.
<span class="highlight-requirement">Possess a thorough understanding of all pertinent regulations and laws</span>.
Possess excellent analytical, <span class="highlight-skill">problem-solving</span>, <span class="highlight-skill">critical thinking</span> and <span class="highlight-skill">decision-making</span> skills.
<span class="highlight-requirement">Successfully submit and complete pre-employment background check</span>.
<span class="highlight-requirement">Submit to and pass alcohol and drug tests as mandated by the USCG, including pre-employment, random, and post-accident testing</span>.

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Norfolk

Possess excellent analytical skills

Able Seafarer-Deck

RFPNW

Medical care Provider

ADV FF

GMDSS Operator

ECDIS (Unlimited)

Lifeboatman

Wiper

Stewards Department (FH)

Person in Charge of Medical Care (PIC)

U.S. Coast Guard license/certificate requirements: Second Mate with VSO, VSPSD, STCW

High school diploma or equivalent

Must possess a valid United States Passport

Must be able to acquire and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)

Must be able to acquire and maintain a Common Access Card (CAC)

Must be computer literate in Microsoft Office and shipboard monitoring and maintenance software

Possess a thorough understanding of all pertinent regulations and laws

Successfully submit and complete pre-employment background check

Submit to and pass alcohol and drug tests as mandated by the USCG, including pre-employment, random, and post-accident testing

Navigation

Chart Maintenance

Cleaning

Painting

Maintenance

Microsoft Office

Problem-Solving

Critical Thinking

Decision-Making

Second Mate - Seaward Services - TSVRON







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Acts as third in command of the tug. Must be able to understand and carry out the orders and directions of the Captain. The job responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: cargo pumps, assist in operating tank/pipeline valves, operate manual and hydraulic boo...

Acts as third in command of the tug, understands and carries out orders from the Captain, operates cargo pumps, tank/pipeline valves, and manual and hydraulic booms. Prepares to assume command if the Captain is incapacitated. Stands wheelhouse watch, oversees vessel safety, handles mooring lines, maintains chart corrections, communicates effectively, trains workers, assists in barge landings, assigns lookouts, enforces safety practices, completes paperwork, maintains professional relations with customers, checks equipment, and ensures barge maintenance.

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<p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Acts as third in command of the tug. Must be able to understand and carry out the orders and directions of the Captain. The job responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: cargo pumps, assist in operating tank/pipeline valves, operate manual and hydraulic booms. Must be prepared to assume command in the event of incapacity of the Captain.</span></p>
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<ul><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif; color: black;">Stands wheelhouse watch with the Captain and Chief Mate, generally when the vessel is beyond the sea buoy. When the unit is inside the sea buoy the Second Mate should be prepared to assist with <span class="highlight-skill">cargo operations</span> on the barge. </span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif; color: black;">Oversees safety of vessel including all installed equipment and inspections thereof.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif; color: black;">Safely handles lines and wires as appropriate for <span class="highlight-skill">mooring operations</span>.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif; color: black;">Maintains chart corrections and light lists, Coast Pilots and all other applicable publications for Area of Operations.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif; color: black;">Must be able to communicate effectively and direct workers in assigning jobs and seeing them through to completion.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif; color: black;">Must be able to train assigned workers. Instruct deckhands in seamanship skills and on use of all tools and machinery aboard the vessel.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif; color: black;">Assists Captain in barge landings and must be able to communicate distances and directions to Captain clearly, accurately and concisely.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif; color: black;">Determine the need for and assign lookouts as necessary.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif; color: black;">Become familiar with and enforce company safety practices.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif; color: black;">Complete accurate paperwork. Knowledge of basic arithmetic skills (add, subtract, multiply, and divide).</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif; color: black;">Maintain professional relations with customers.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif; color: black;">Check oil and water in any equipment on board before putting in use.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif; color: black;">Responsible for general barge maintenance and cleanliness.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif; color: black;">Assists in hydrostatic testing cargo hoses and piping.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif; color: black;">Change engine oil and filters.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif; color: black;">Splice barge lines and boom running gear. </span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif; color: black;">Inspecting for cleanliness of vessel and barge.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif; color: black;">Inventory supplies and order as appropriate.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif; color: black;">Monitor onboard usage to ensure supplies are utilized in an efficient manner.</span></li></ul>
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<ul><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif; color: black;"><span class="highlight-requirement">Must have a valid Mate Coast Guard license 200 GT near Coastal or Oceans with radar observer endorsement or higher.</span> </span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif; color: black;"><span class="highlight-nice-to-have">Tankerman PIC or Tankerman Assist, preferred</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif; color: black;"><span class="highlight-nice-to-have">Previous experience as a Mate or Master of a tug hauling oil barges.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif; color: black;"><span class="highlight-nice-to-have">Previous experience as a tank barge operator on oil barges preferred.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif; color: black;"><span class="highlight-nice-to-have">Knowledge of Coast Guard and state requirements for transfer operations.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif; color: black;"><span class="highlight-requirement">Completion of Coast Guard approved firefighting <span class="highlight-skill">training</span>.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif; color: black;"><span class="highlight-nice-to-have">Knowledge of company safety practices.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif; color: black;">Valid state driver’s</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif; color: black;"><span class="highlight-requirement">Valid first aid certificate and CPR <span class="highlight-skill">training</span>.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif; color: black;"><span class="highlight-requirement">Complete 24 hour HAZWOPER <span class="highlight-skill">training</span> within 30 days of hire.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif; color: black;">Must be able to fairly evaluate subordinates. </span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif; color: black;">Must be able to understand and use information in cargo information cards and material safety data sheets.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif; color: black;">Ability to be self-motivated and to think and respond quickly to emergency situations (oil spills, mechanical failures, etc.). </span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif; color: black;">Must be able to read, speak, and understand English over telephone and/or radio.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif;">The maximum facial hair you can have is a mustache &amp; a short goatee, nothing can extend below your jaw line.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif;">Must pass a respirator fit test as a pre-employment requirement and again once a year.</span></li></ul>
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<ul><li><span style="color: black; font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif;">Exposure to all weather conditions (rain, ice, snow, heat, wind, heavy seas, etc.)</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif; color: black;">Work aboard boats and barges using pike poles, heavy lines, and winches, mechanical tools for repairs, paint, thinner, paint brushes/rollers, paint chipping tools, cleaning solvents, kitchen utensils/cookware, and electrical cords. Air purifying respirator, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA), air monitoring equipment, hearing protection, VHF radio, hand tools, tow lines, high level alarms and thermometer. Operates diesel engines, cargo pumps, hydraulic booms, cargo gear, gate valves, and butterfly valves.</span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif;">Must not be afraid of heights.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif;">Must be able to work around mooring lines, cables, shackles, and moving gear in wet conditions and be able to maintain situational-awareness for themselves and fellow crew members around them when working on deck, in foul wet weather in low light.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif; color: black;">Must be able to perform the functions set forth in the job analysis and be physically fit enough to pull heavy lines/hoses, lift, carry heavy items, kneel while painting, climb onto barges and up and down ladders, and bending and twisting during boat/barge tie up.</span></li></ul>
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<ul><li style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: black; font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Ability to adapt to a variety of schedules and hours</span></li><li style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: black; font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Able to work weekends, holidays, and at night. Willing to take call outs.</span></li></ul>
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Company Overview


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<p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;">Centerline Logistics is a leading provider of marine transportation services in the United States. Centerline Logistics operates on the United States West Coast (including Alaska and Hawaii), United States East Coast (including Puerto Rico), the United States Gulf Coast and the Mississippi River System. Services provided include the transportation and storage of petroleum products, tanker escort, ship assist, the transportation of general cargo and rescue towing. Centerline Logistics is the parent company of eight businesses specializing in marine services and a bulk liquids terminal business. Centerline Logistics provides accounting, administrative, human resources, safety and environmental services, and other support to the subsidiary companies. </span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;"> </span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;">The Company offers Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and AD&amp;D options to our employees and their eligible dependents after meeting Company requirements. 401(k) options, Disability Insurance, sick pay, vacation pay, 10 paid holidays per calendar year (subject to work schedule) and Healthcare and/or Dependent Care FSAs are also available to our employees after meeting Company requirements. All benefits information may be subject to change based on any current or updated benefit plan year changes and/or Collective Bargaining Agreements.</span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;"> </span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;">We are an Equal Employment Opportunity and Drug Free Work place. Pre-employment drug testing is required.</span></p>
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Tankerman PIC or Tankerman Assist, preferred

Previous experience as a Mate or Master of a tug hauling oil barges.

Previous experience as a tank barge operator on oil barges preferred.

Knowledge of Coast Guard and state requirements for transfer operations.

Knowledge of company safety practices.

Must have a valid Mate Coast Guard license 200 GT near Coastal or Oceans with radar observer endorsement or higher.

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